10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Baton Rouge, LA
For a senior with memory care needs, a move to Baton Rouge presents many options for comfortable, safe living surrounded by people who care. As the capital of Louisiana and the second largest city in the state by population, Baton Rouge is a location full of interesting history and a dynamic social environment, where seniors and loved ones can make friendships and find all the help and resources they need.
A memory care facility provides specialized care for people with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other memory-impacting conditions. From specialized staff care to enclosed garden spaces, these communities create an environment where seniors and their families can relax and enjoy their time together.
The listings here cover a 10-mile radius of the downtown Baton Rouge area. There are six partner facilities in A Place For Mom’s network, offering a range of memory care options. You can also use this guide to find out more about payment methods for memory care, laws and regulations affecting seniors, as well as local transportation and activities.
Baton Rouge Memory Care Facilities | 269 Reviews
The cleanliness and the staff is good and they have long term retention, warm and caring atmosphere. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
I do like living here. I like the friendliness of the other residents as well as the staff and administrator. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far!
Holly Court has been terrific! They will reach out to you if there's any problem. They have complete transparency. They were willing to help us out immediately.
My loved one was previously a resident at The Claiborne at Baton Rouge. The nurses were caring individuals. The food was adequate, the place was clean. Everything about the physical facility was pleasant...
Love everything about Garden View Assisted living. The food ,the care, people working there. [name removed] is so happy there. We love Garden View
Food quality and choices could be improved upon. I like that I feel safe with my mom at this facility. I like that they know the clients and will report any variations immediately
My overall experience Good. Value good. Cleanliness of facility good. Meals good cafeteria staff excellent. Quality of care ok could have been better .Nursing( Lpns )staff good, follow up by the cna's could...
I have been very pleased with the facility. They try very hard to keep the residents occupied for the most part. They serve well balanced meals and snacks. The staff has been really great with my husband as...
Mom has settled in well at Southside Gardens and is making new friends. She enjoys the patio home type atmosphere and the smaller number of residents on site.
The Haven community is very clean, and the staff members are super friendly. The care services are good and the food was great, our loved one really enjoyed all of the meals. We also thought the value for...
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A lot of these reviews are outdated. Under the current management things are great. The administrator is helpful and willing to resolve concerns quickly. The director of nursing is super sweet. The nurses...
I would definitely recommend this facility to others. The staff is always friendly and professional. The move in process was a breeze. The housekeeping is great - we've had no issues at all. The meals are...
Our mother has been in independent living for three years and is thriving. Some areas are a little worn but they've been continually redoing areas. It's very clean. Until Covid restrictions she took...
Both of my parents ([names removed]) have been living in Maison de Fleur's Assisted Living facility in Denham Springs, LA since [date removed] since my dad's stroke. It took them about 2 months to get...
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- Costs of memory care in the Baton Rouge area
- What families are saying about memory care in Baton Rouge
- How people pay for memory care in Baton Rouge
- Understand Baton Rouge laws and regulations for memory care facilities
- What to expect from memory care living in Baton Rouge
- Baton Rouge memory care services and amenities
- Explore senior care with confidence
- Unfamiliar with Baton Rouge? Highlights for seniors
Costs of memory care in the Baton Rouge area
The average actual cost of memory care in the Baton Rouge area is $4,522.[01] This figure is drawn from our own proprietary data and includes associated fees and service-fee add-ons. Included in this average cost:
- Room and meals
- Memory care services, including nursing, daily care, and security
- Amenities and activities
- Some amenities and services may cost extra, such as additional specialized therapies and catering for guests.
These charts show an average baseline cost for the area of Baton Rouge, without accounting for additional fees.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Baton Rouge, LA vs. nearby cities
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Baton Rouge, LA vs. the state and national average
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Baton Rouge vs. other types of senior living
Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Baton Rouge, LA by room type
Average cost of Memory Care in Baton Rouge over time
What families are saying about memory care in Baton Rouge
Recent reviews for memory care in Baton Rouge
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Baton Rouge review score based on 105 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 105 reviews of 18 Baton Rouge memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.Baton Rouge review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Baton Rouge memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 105 reviews of 18 Baton Rouge memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Baton Rouge resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.How people pay for memory care in Baton Rouge
There are many ways to cover the costs of memory care in Baton Rouge. Seniors and their families may find that they’re able to combine multiple methods, including personal savings and income sources, benefits they are eligible for, and assistance from Medicare and Medicaid.
Here you can find guidance for using and applying for different kinds of payment options.
Private pay methods for memory care may include personal savings, family income sources, personal and workplace pensions, Social Security benefits, and investment returns. Families could also consider the following to help defray the costs of memory care in the long term:
For veterans living in the Baton Rouge area and receiving memory care, you will find that there is a large and active community of places and people to help. VA benefits are available in Louisiana to help offset the cost of memory care, so it is important to know what you can apply for and where to go for assistance.
The Aid and Attendance (A&A) benefit is the main form of help applicable to seniors living in a memory care facility, although there are other benefit types you may be able to receive in addition. The Aid and Attendance benefit can cover in-home care costs for veterans that receive pensions and have a disability that is due to active service.
You can visit your local VA offices in East and West Baton Rouge for help applying for benefits. The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs is also located in Baton Rouge. When it comes to navigating the benefits system, and ensuring you or your loved one gets access to all the help they’re entitled to, local veteran service officers (VSOs) are the experts. You can find your most local VSOs at the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs and organizations like the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Disabled American Veterans.
Number of veterans who live in Baton Rouge
Percentage of Baton Rouge veterans that are 75+
Resources for Baton Rouge veterans
East Baton Rouge Parish VA Office
1755 Florida Blvd., Third Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-342-5248
Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (by appointment only)
West Baton Rouge Parish VA Office
West Baton Rouge Courthouse Annex
883 7th St.
Port Allen, LA 70767
Phone: 225-342-6686
Office hours: Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (by appointment only)
Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs
Galvez Building, Second Floor
602 N 5th St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-219-5000
Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Local VFW Chapter
10185 Mammoth
Baton Rouge, LA 70814
Fax: 225-925-5095
Contact:
State Adjutant – Precilla Wilkewitz: lavfw@aol.com
Administrative Assistant – Tori LeBlanc: lastatevfw@yahoo.com
Local DAV Chapter
Galvez Building, Room 226
602 N 5th St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-219-1046
Louisiana Medicaid is the Medicaid program that covers Baton Rouge. It is a program for low-income elderly and can assist with care costs, including memory care received at home or in the community.
Seniors and their families receiving memory care can qualify for Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers. Under this umbrella program are different initiatives that you may also be eligible for, including the Community Choices Waiver, which gives seniors assistance for community-based therapies, and the Long-Term Personal Care Services program, which provides support for daily care needs like dressing and meal prep.
For seniors in Baton Rouge, the Capital Area Agency on Aging can help you access and apply for long-term care services, including those mentioned above. Your local ombudsman coordinator is Peggy Essick, and her office can help connect seniors and their families to the offices and programs they need.
Baton Rouge resident Medicaid resources
Baton Rouge Regional Medicaid Office
2521 Wooddale Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70805
Phone: 225-922-2988
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Louisiana Medicaid
Louisiana Department of Health
628 North 4th. St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-342-9500
Capital Area Agency on Aging
Peggy Essick, Ombudsman Coordinator
6554 Florida Blvd., Suite 221
Baton Rouge, LA 70896-6038
Phone: 225-922-2525 or or (800) 833-9883
pessick@capitalaaa.org
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Louisiana Health Access Program
1450 Poydras St., Suite 2136
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504-568-7474
Medicare is the health care program that supports medical costs incurred during medically-necessarily appointments, surgeries, and treatments. While Medicare in Louisiana does not cover the custodial costs of a memory care facility, it could help with some of the medical costs. The state of Louisiana also has the Louisiana Medicare Savings Program, which can provide coverage for certain Medicare premiums, fees, and deductibles, serving as an additional means of assisting with medical care expenses. While it is a program under Medicare, it is administered through the Medicaid program.
Medicare provides coverage for certain care costs for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia who are beneficiaries of the program, but not all costs are covered. Medicare covers inpatient hospital care, some doctor fees, and certain medical items. Additionally, Medicare Part D offers coverage for many prescription drugs. Our public pay guide is a good place to learn more about Medicare benefits.
Although Medicare doesn’t cover assisted living costs for those with dementia, it will provide coverage for other services, including inpatient hospital care, physician fees, medically necessary items, and short-term skilled nursing care for up to 100 days. Those with dementia may also be eligible to join the Medicare Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design Model. Those enrolled can receive additional benefits, reduced cost sharing, and more flexible plans from Medicare Advantage providers.
In Baton Rouge, seniors and their families can access help in applying for and understanding Medicare. Your local Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) program is there to help you navigate Medicare, but it does not cover any medical costs. The Pharmaceutical Assistance Program can help you with drug costs. There are two options for people diagnosed with HIV. Help with other pharmacy-related costs can be found through the Louisiana SenioRx program, which facilitates access to discounted prescription drugs directly from pharmaceutical manufacturers for eligible low-income individuals. Your local Social Security Office can connect you with the right applications. And your local ombudsman, located at the Capital Area Agency on Aging, can support you with all of the above.
Baton Rouge resident Medicare resources
Local Social Security Administration Office
5455 Bankers Ave.
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Phone: 800-772-1213
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Louisiana Medicare Savings Program
628 N. Fourth St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-342-9500; 1-800-633-4227
Louisiana SHIIP program
Phone: 1-800-259-5300
Local Agency on Aging
Peggy Essick, Ombudsman Coordinator
6554 Florida Blvd., Suite 221
P.O. Box 66038
Baton Rouge, LA 70896-6038
Phone: 225-922-2525
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
Understand Baton Rouge laws and regulations for memory care facilities
All Louisiana facilities where seniors live and receive memory care must be licensed by the Health Standards Section (HHS) of the Louisiana Department of Health and registered as Adult Residential Care Providers. This classification means that these facilities are regularly inspected for health, safety, and cleanliness and to make sure they fulfill certain standards. Typically, the inspections are only conducted annually, but they can occur more frequently if it is deemed necessary or a complaint is filed. Inspection reports can be obtained only through a public records request.
All Adult Residential Care Providers, for example, must provide 24-hour supervision and design services and layouts to protect the privacy of their residents. They must also provide transportation to medical and personal appointments if residents are unable to manage their own transport needs.
There are also special requirements for facilities providing care for people with Alzheimer’s or related memory conditions. There should be a balance between security and freedom. The policy allows for locked, secured areas. But it also states that residents should be in the least restrictive area possible with documentation required to explain why they’ve been placed there and how it meets their specific needs. Specialized training in how to care for residents with cognitive issues must be provided to all staff. Family support programs should be provided, as well as appropriate activities for the residents.
Louisiana Department of Health contact information
628 North 4th St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 888-342-6207
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
COVID-19 regulations for Baton Rouge memory care facilities
While most COVID-19 regulations are now unmandated, care facilities should follow recommendations in order to maintain health and safety and protect residents and staff. Additionally, facilities licensed as Adult Residential Care Providers agree to certain precautions in the case of public health outbreaks and emergencies (such as the wearing of PPE).
Vaccinations. Though not required by law, vaccination is recommended to all care home residents and staff, including any available boosters.
Masking. Masks are no longer required by law, but some facilities reserve the right to ask visitors to mask upon entering.
Social distancing. A social distance of six feet or more is recommended for memory care residents and their visitors.
Quarantining. It is advised that anyone with symptoms of COVID-19, with a positive test result, or anyone who has been in close contact with someone testing positive should self-isolate.
CDC guidelines. Full guidelines applicable to Baton Rouge can be found at the Louisiana Department of Health here.
What to expect from memory care living in Baton Rouge
Facilities in Baton Rouge know how to support seniors with memory care needs. Whether you and your family are looking for a luxury living option or a budget-friendly one, you will find care facilities to suit your requirements without ever sacrificing your quality of care.
Specialized care
All of the partner facilities in our network offer specially trained nursing, so you’ll always be close to someone who understands the needs of dementia and Alzheimer’s patients. More specifically, 88% of our partners in the Baton Rouge area offer memory care. Facilities also offer 24-hour awake staff, an enclosed courtyard and outdoor common areas, and walking paths.
Activities and Amenities
Memory care communities also offer more than just care. To maximize quality of life and provide seniors with interesting and enjoyable moments throughout their days, facilities are equipped with services and amenities for recreation. Many of our partner communities have an arts and crafts center, for example. Some even host butterfly and hummingbird gardens. Find a facility that matches both your needs and hobbies and makes you feel at home.
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Health care for seniors in Baton Rouge
Memory care residents in Baton Rouge have some great healthcare facilities around them, should they need extra care or emergency treatment.
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
Our Lady of the Lake has an impressive roster of geriatrics physicians and nurse practitioners who are well versed in memory impairment care. The hospital is ranked first in Baton Rouge and third in Louisiana.
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
The Baton Rouge General Medical Center is a full-service hospital ranked especially highly in treating heart failure and kidney failure. It has an emergency department and medical surgical ICU, as well as behavioral services on-site.
Transportation for seniors in Baton Rouge
All of our partner memory care communities offer some form of complimentary transportation service to help seniors and their families get to their appointments and enjoy their recreation time. Many also offer at-cost extra services for visitors or longer journeys.
In downtown Baton Rouge and the surrounding area, seniors and their loved ones can find transport options that are suitable to people with memory and mobility needs. The Capital Area Transit System (CATS) offers public transport options with special buses designated for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Bus drivers are also trained to work with passengers with special cognitive needs. CATS on Demand is an additional program that pairs individuals in the community with door-to-door transportation.
Residents may also be able to use private transportation companies to get around. Lyft is a company that has expressed support for Alzheimer’s charities and has made a commitment to offering accessible rides for seniors and their caregivers.
Senior activities in Baton Rouge
Memory care facilities offer a variety of in-house activities specifically tailored to people with memory challenges. However, it’s fun for family and friends to take a loved one on a special outing from time to time. As a populous and culturally diverse city, Baton Rouge offers seniors and their families many ways to enjoy themselves.
There is a Memory Cafe in Baton Rouge, which serves people with memory impairment in a supportive and engaging atmosphere. People in the early stages of dementia meet on the fourth Saturday of every month to reminisce at the Alzheimer’s Services of the Capital Area.
To discover some local flavor and history, head to one of Baton Rouge’s many dementia-friendly visitor attractions. The USS Kidd is a historic battleship museum with wheelchair access and sensory exhibits. The Shaw Center for the Arts hosts many exceptional artists and exhibitions, and is an accessible hub for the arts in Baton Rouge. For outdoor adventures with the family, the Botanic Gardens of Baton Rouge and the Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center offer peaceful, colorful days out with wheelchair accessible paths and tour routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise at Siegen, Sunrise of Baton Rouge and Williamsburg Senior Living Community are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Baton Rouge, LA. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Memory Care in Baton Rouge is $3,882 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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